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40 Close-Up Wildlife Images That Reveal Nature’s Beauty, Taken By This Finnish Photographer
Interview With Artist
If you want to take a closer look at nature's wonders, you've come to the right place!
Ian Granström, a photographer from Southern Finland, captures intimate wildlife images of foxes, birds, elk, and much more. What seems to be done so effortlessly is, in reality, much more complex. Ian shared with us how sometimes he’s out of luck: "Taking photos of wild animals is not always easy. Finding the animals and getting close enough to get those extra good shots takes preparation and time. There have been countless trips in nature that I have come home empty-handed without a single photo taken in my camera."
So, let's take a look at Ian's amazing finds that he not only managed to capture but also generously shared with us all!
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In an interview with Bored Panda, Ian shared what drew him to the world of photography.
“My photography journey started when I was 11 years old and got my first camera from my brother. My older brother used to photograph birds and lightning storms, and he always took me with him. I am very grateful for that; without him introducing me to nature photography, I probably would never have gotten started.”
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Jane No Dough 3 days ago (edited)
Cutest kits! I had one younger than these run right up to my feet in a nature preserve once, I don't think he'd ever seen another human before. As soon as he reached me he ran off again, too quick for me to get a photo. Lovely memory though!
We were wondering what made Ian want to focus on wildlife photography and how being from Finland influenced his work.
Ian replied: “I have always found wild animals fascinating. Seeing wildlife always feels to me like time stands still, and it gives me a feeling of awe. Nature and its diversity never fails to amaze me. Finland is known for its beautiful nature, and that for sure helps in taking beautiful photos.”
Ian shared a challenging moment while trying to capture a photo in nature.
“Wildlife photography is not always filled with beautiful moments and awe-inspiring feelings. Once when I was about to photograph red foxes, I tripped, and my camera lens landed on a rock on the ground, shattering my lens glass. That was an expensive trip.”
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As for the audience’s takeaway, Ian wrote: “I hope my pictures tell a story and that people like them and see the beauty of nature that I see. We only have one nature; it is best we do the most to preserve it.”
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Susan Tieni 3 days ago
I know he wouldn't like it, but he would fit perfectly in the palm of my hand. Then I would stroke his sweet little head with my pinky and we would be friends forever. Just a winter musing.
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Rebecca O’Donnell 3 days ago
Some kind of spotted woodpecker. If anybody knows please comment.
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Jane No Dough 3 days ago (edited)
Love every photo, the birds especially stand out among all the ornithological photographs I have seen, and I am an Audubon subscriber.
Mari 3 days ago
The pictures of the birds are really impressive. Beautiful
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Rebecca O’Donnell 3 days ago
All credit for my naming birds goes to my husband who studied ornithology. :)
Priscilla Harriman 13 hours ago
Stunning photography! I am a Nature lover and amateur photographer, and these are certainly among the best photos I have come across. Beautiful closeups ~ just the right amount of focus and soft focus. Truly wonderful 🦉 🦜
Jane No Dough 3 days ago (edited)
Love every photo, the birds especially stand out among all the ornithological photographs I have seen, and I am an Audubon subscriber.
Mari 3 days ago
The pictures of the birds are really impressive. Beautiful
Load More Replies... Rebecca O’Donnell 3 days ago
All credit for my naming birds goes to my husband who studied ornithology. :)
Priscilla Harriman 13 hours ago
Stunning photography! I am a Nature lover and amateur photographer, and these are certainly among the best photos I have come across. Beautiful closeups ~ just the right amount of focus and soft focus. Truly wonderful 🦉 🦜
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